Cimetidine and gastric ulcer healing: a double-blind controlled trial.

Author: CrawfordJ, GillespieP, HuntJ H, LandeckerK D, PiperD W

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Original Abstract of the Article :
The effect of cimetidine in the daily dose of 1200 mg on the healing rate of chronic gastric ulcer was assessed in a randomized double-blind trial in 48 patients. Cimetidine was found to accelerate the healing of chronic gastric ulcers in the ambulant patients, but it conferred no additional benefit...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.5694/j.1326-5377.1979.tb112693.x

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Cimetidine for Gastric Ulcer Healing: A Double-Blind Study

This research investigates the effectiveness of cimetidine in treating chronic gastric ulcers. Imagine a desert oasis where some travelers are experiencing a painful wound (gastric ulcer). This study aims to determine if cimetidine can help heal these wounds and promote a smoother journey through the desert.

Cimetidine Accelerates Healing in Ambulant Patients

The study finds that cimetidine accelerates the healing of chronic gastric ulcers in ambulatory patients, but not in hospitalized patients. It's like discovering that a particular desert herb is effective in healing wounds, but only when applied to travelers who are actively moving through the desert.

Treating Gastric Ulcers: A Multifaceted Approach

This study highlights the importance of considering the individual needs of patients when treating gastric ulcers. It's like recognizing that different types of travelers may require different strategies for healing in the desert.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of cimetidine in treating gastric ulcers. It's like finding a new tool for navigating the desert, understanding the conditions that influence its effectiveness and seeking optimal solutions for a smoother journey.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1980-01-28
  2. Date Revised 2021-01-07
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

388168

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.5694/j.1326-5377.1979.tb112693.x

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